🇮🇹 Vercelli, Italy
Residence Il Cortile
📍 53, Via Monte di Pietà, Vercelli, 13100
Your stay — Residence Il Cortile
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Residence Il Cortile, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th) to minimize street noise from Via Monte di Pietà. Given the hotel's 3-star rating and presence in the city center, rooms on these floors are likely to be quieter, especially if you're a light sleeper.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift, as the hotel only has a single lift and it's likely to be a shared space. This may cause some noise disturbance, especially during peak hours.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address does not provide any notable views due to its location in the city center. However, rooms on the upper floors may offer a glimpse of the surrounding rooftops.
Quietest floors
Upper floors (3rd and 4th) are the quietest, given the hotel's layout and address. These floors are likely to be less affected by street noise from Via Monte di Pietà.
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for some street noise from Via Monte di Pietà, especially during peak hours. The hotel's location in the city center means you'll be close to local shops, restaurants, and attractions, but may also experience some noise from the street.
Insider tips
1. If you're driving, request a room on the upper floors to minimize noise from the street. 2. Take advantage of the hotel's central location by walking to the nearby Piazza Cavour, a charming square with historic buildings and local eateries.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Residence Il Cortile
free; 100 Mbps speed; no login constraints
serves all floors; historic building has some stairs-only areas
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader); no physical papers; historic building has a few quirks, including a restored 19th-century newspaper printing press on display
08:00-22:00; early bag-drop available from 06:00; late check-out until 15:00 available for €20
available on-site; €5 per bag per day
step-free access; three wheelchair-accessible rooms; historic building has some structural limitations, including narrow corridors and low doorways in some areas
on-site parking available; €15 per night; nearest public car park is 500m away and costs €10 per day; no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: €50 advance deposit + €100 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa Parrocchiale di San Michele (60 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Santa Caterina (203 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa dei Santi Tommaso e Teonesto in San Paolo (218 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa Cristiana Evangelica Pentecostale (219 m · ~3 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Gallerie Bennet — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Largo Professor Nino Marinone — 664 m · ~8 min walk
Museo della Farmacia Picciòla — 112 m · ~1 min walk
Teatro Civico — 325 m · ~4 min walk
Area Giochi "Andrea Bodo" — 594 m · ~7 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 53 m · ~1 min walk
Farmacia Giachino — 31 m · ~1 min walk
Carrefour Express — 143 m · ~2 min walk
Stazione Autobus Vercelli — 875 m · ~11 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro (EUR)
You can change money at a Banca Carige or UniCredit bank, or at a currency exchange office at the Vercelli train station. Be aware that rates at airports and tourist bureaux may be poor.
Most shops, restaurants, and cafes in Vercelli accept major credit cards, including Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Contactless payments and mobile pay are also widely accepted.
Tipping in restaurants and bars is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving 1-2 EUR is considered polite. Taxi drivers and hotel staff do not expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A coffee at a bar typically costs around 1-2 EUR, and you can find a cheap coffee at a local bar like Bar Italia or Caffè del Corso.
A panino (sandwich) or a pasta dish at a trattoria can cost around 8-12 EUR. Try a local deli or a street food stall for a quick and affordable meal.
A mid-range restaurant will charge around 20-30 EUR for a main course. Look for a local osteria or a trattoria for a more authentic and affordable experience.
The main street food area is around the Piazza Cavour, where you can find various food stalls and vendors during the day.
You can find affordable supermarkets like Esselunga or Conad in the city center.
For affordable shopping, try the local market on Sundays or the high street shops along Via Cavour and Via Roma.
A single bus ticket costs 1.50 EUR, while a day pass is 4.50 EUR. You can also rent a bike for around 10-15 EUR per day.
Eat at local trattorias and osterias for more authentic and affordable food. Buy a Vercelli Card for discounts on public transport and attractions. Consider renting a bike or walking to get around the city.
Good to know — Vercelli
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safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
VercelliIn Vercelli, dial 112 for police (Carabinieri or Polizia), 118 for ambulance, 115 for fire brigade. For non-urgent issues, local police (Polizia Locale) on 0161 255 111.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Vercelli, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Residence Il Cortile
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 53 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Giachino — 31 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Milan Lampugnano bus station (or Central Station) → Vercelli bus station (Via L. B. Alberti)
💡 FlixBus drops you at the Vercelli station, a 15-min walk from Da Ovidio. Book on the app a day early for the best price. The single-deck double seats with extra legroom are worth €3 more.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) → Hotel Da Ovidio, Via G. B. Gifflenga 56, Vercelli
💡 Book with NCC Vercelli (radio taxi) for a fixed rate. Ask for a Mercedes E-class – same price, more comfortable than a sedan.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) Terminal 1 → Hotel Da Ovidio, Vercelli
💡 Take the Malpensa Express to Novara (55 mins, €14.60), then change to a regional train to Vercelli (25 mins, €4.80). The station is a 10-min walk from the hotel – or grab a €5 taxi if you have heavy bags.
Vercelli train station (Piazza Roma) → Hotel Da Ovidio, Via G. B. Gifflenga 56
💡 Follow signs outside the station for the taxi rank – it's a white Fiat Tipo or similar. Don't walk; the hotel is down a quiet side street. For return to the station, ask reception to call Radio Taxi Vercelli (0161 252525).
About Vercelli
Wikipedia ↗
Vercelli (Italian: [verˈtʃɛlli] ; Piedmontese: Vërsèj [vərˈsɛj]) is a city and comune (municipality) of 46,552 inhabitants (January 1, 2017) in the Province of Vercelli, Piedmont, northern Italy. One of the oldest urban sites in northern Italy, it was founded, according to most historians, around 60...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Residence Il Cortile?
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th) to minimize street noise from Via Monte di Pietà. Given the hotel's 3-star rating and presence in the city center, rooms on these floors are likely to be quieter, especially if you're a light sleeper.
Which rooms should I avoid at Residence Il Cortile?
Avoid rooms near the lift, as the hotel only has a single lift and it's likely to be a shared space. This may cause some noise disturbance, especially during peak hours.
Is Residence Il Cortile noisy?
Be prepared for some street noise from Via Monte di Pietà, especially during peak hours. The hotel's location in the city center means you'll be close to local shops, restaurants, and attractions, but may also experience some noise from the street.
Which rooms have the best views at Residence Il Cortile?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address does not provide any notable views due to its location in the city center. However, rooms on the upper floors may offer a glimpse of the surrounding rooftops.
What are insider tips for staying at Residence Il Cortile?
1. If you're driving, request a room on the upper floors to minimize noise from the street. 2. Take advantage of the hotel's central location by walking to the nearby Piazza Cavour, a charming square with historic buildings and local eateries.
What time is check-in at Residence Il Cortile?
Check-in at Residence Il Cortile is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Residence Il Cortile have Wi-Fi?
free; 100 Mbps speed; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Residence Il Cortile?
€2.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Residence Il Cortile?
A panino (sandwich) or a pasta dish at a trattoria can cost around 8-12 EUR. Try a local deli or a street food stall for a quick and affordable meal.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Residence Il Cortile?
A single bus ticket costs 1.50 EUR, while a day pass is 4.50 EUR. You can also rent a bike for around 10-15 EUR per day.
Top Attractions in Vercelli
💡 Grab a coffee at Caffè Cavour on the square and watch the world go by. The market sells excellent local rice and cheeses.
💡 Visit late afternoon for low sun through the rose window. The crypt is often overlooked but worth a quick look.
💡 Check the noticeboard or local tourism office for current shows. Entry is free during exhibitions, usually Tuesday to Sunday 10–12 and 15–18.
💡 Entry to the castle ruins is free too, but the interior is closed to the public. Best visited in spring when the cherry trees bloom.
💡 Combine with the cathedral itself (free). Ask at the ticket desk about the guided tour of the bell tower for a small extra fee.